2003 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 1996 Saab 900
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Saab 900 would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Saab 900 (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 615 kg more than 1996 Saab 900.
Because 2003 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Saab 900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Saab 900. (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mitsubishi Montero | 1996 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Saab |
| Model | Montero | 900 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
